Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli Stir Fry

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Pan-seared salmon fillets glazed with a honey-ginger sauce paired with crisp-tender broccoli stir-fried with garlic and toasted sesame seeds. This asian fusion-inspired seafood (gluten free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each), skin on salmon fillets, honey, finely grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, and 2 tbsp soy sauce to make the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season 4 salmon fillets with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5-6 minutes until skin is crisp.
  3. Step 3: Flip salmon and brush each fillet generously with half the honey-ginger glaze. Cook for another 3 minutes until salmon is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon from skillet and tent with foil to keep warm.
  5. Step 5: In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tbsp olive oil and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Add 4 cups broccoli florets and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  7. Step 7: Toss broccoli with remaining honey-ginger glaze and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve salmon atop broccoli stir fry.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli Stir Fry take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli Stir Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep honey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli Stir Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli Stir Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon with Sesame Broccoli Stir Fry gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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